Thursday, November 28, 2013

It's Thanksgiving... A day of thankfulness, family, food and laughter! I hope all my American followers have a wonderful Thannksgiving. I sure am thankful for all of you following my blog and
sharing in our passion of paper crafting. I'm home with my lovies- just us 4. It's weird not traveling anywhere but exciting to
be able to start our own traditions.

Here are a few pages I thought I'd share to celebrate Thanksgiving:

This picture is one of my favorites. Chloe is bawling, beau is being a silly boy and driving the tractor and chuck and I are giggling while my mom takes the picture....just enjoying the ride.

My country kids.

Me and my hubby. He has shaved since this picture- I guess all my complaining paid off :)

Yup, these are just a few random findings I find in my house weekly. Chloe potty training her dolls and beau making signs "no chloe's allowed." I laugh and try to embrace all these little things. Thank God we moms have moments like this to giggle at.

I hope your hearts are warm today, tummy's full and you are enjoying time with your family.

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

I woke up this morning with some horrible news from my mom- which it's her birthday today so I was surprised when she was calling me, rather than me calling her- I knew something was up. My grampa's days here on earth are numbered . He's been battling cancer and the Lord will call him home soon. Please pray for the Lord's comfort and peace. It's been a hard day. Sometimes I think writing about things and looking back at photos help. I created this page at my last scrapbooking weekend retreat. I thought I'd share it.

Saturday, November 23, 2013

Hello!
Today I'm showing a few cards. One has stamping and the other does not. Both very simple cards and festive for Christmas. I've been having so much fun making Christmas cards with the Frosted paper pack and Sparkle and Shine pack- probably the reason I order picture photo cards- so I can just have fun and not feel pressure around the holidays to get homemade cards out. I used to make all homemade cards but was losing enjoyment in it. I admire all of you that make all your Christmas cards!

Friday, November 22, 2013

Today has just been one of those days. The laundry is piled, the toilet is dirty, tired from working, etc. I've seen all these posts on FB where people post what they are thankful for. Here is a mini list of what I'm thankful for: (no particular order)

1. I'm thankful for dirty laundry- it means we have clothes, and a lot of clothes.
2. My messy house- it means we have a house to get messy and to LIVE in. My house is definitely lived in.
3. My loud house- it means my we feel safe here and have fun.
4. Our garage cluttered with my hubby's tools and material- it means my hubby works and works hard.
5. Dirty dishes- means we have dishes to eat off of AND have food.
6. A playroom in the basement that looks like a tornado went through it- my kids play and have an imagination.
7. Weekends that are busy- it means we have friends and family that love us and want to do things with us.
8. Rushing to get my kids ready in the morning with getting all their warm winter gear on- they have winter gear to wear!
9. Tired from working- it means I have a job!
10. My super messy scrap room- it means I have my own scrapbooking room where I can just create!!

Of course there are a TON more things I could list, only listed things that were on my mind tonight- always good to remind yourself of the good. :)

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Sometimes I just want to make something quick- you know, just to get it out of my system :) These were so quick and easy to make! I used the Sparkle and Shine paper along with the dimensional elements. And did not stamp.

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

I have been hoarding crystal light containers (name brand ones and generic ones) for a while now- thinking I could alter them somehow. I grabbed 3 and decided to make a little sweet treat goodie container to display at my openhouse/card workshop.
Here's a look at them:

They were fun to make, however they are not perfectly square so if you make these, cut your paper slightly crooked because it will even out as you wrap the containers. I used Frosted paper pack along with ruby cardstock. I also used liquid glass as my adhesive. These baby's aren't going anywhere :)

I really wanted a mini halloween album since I had so many pictures. We had such fun halloween festivites so I wanted to preserve all the memories in one little album. I ordered the Hip Pics Album a while ago and had it sitting in my scrap room along with the items listed above so I just mixed it all together and had fun :)

Here's a look at the album:

I don't have a ton of halloween decor so this will be fun to set out throughout the years. AND I have enough left over to order just an album without the kit! So, this would make a great little brag book for my kids grammas :)

Monday, November 11, 2013

Happy Veteran's Day and thank you to all of our military personnel that have served our country allowing us freedom!

Our office at worked is closed due to Veteran's Day so I've been getting scrappy and prepping for a Close to My Heart Open House/Card workshop that I'll be holding on December 5th. Chloe has been having fun with mom today too while Beau is at school :) Here are a couple of layouts I created to display at the open house: (sorry about the photos- the best I could get them)

Laughing Lola

Sparkle and Shine

I had so much fun putting these together! I can honestly say these two packs have become my favorite, but I say that about every pack- even the ones that don't catch my attention right away. Sparkle and Shine is so festive and Laughing Lola is so versatile. New product should be here soon so I can create the 5 cards I'll be offering in the workshop. I'm really looking forward to the open house and so happy to be back with Close To My Heart on the Rose Blossoms team! My team leader is Brenda Rose and she has also created a challenge blog: Rose Blossom Garden which has incredible artwork on it and fun challenges (I've added a page on top that will direct you to it). I've also added a link my CTMH website on the right for any of you interested in checking it out. CTMH has really came out with something for every crafter. Whether you scrap, make cards, enjoy home decor creations or dabble in jewerly making, there is something for everyone.

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Hey everyone! Just need to make mention that all of my creations are created by me. I ask that you do not copy or re-create any of the artwork posted on here for submissions to contests, publication or profit. Feel free to "case" for your own personal use and remember to give credit where credit is due. Thank you!

About Me

Hi I'm Kim, a coffee addicted mother of 2 happily married to my hubby Chuck. We live in a small town and scrapping and card making is my hobby. My family is my greatest joy and give me a lot of memories to preserve. Thank you for visiting my blog!